Kareem

Meaning of Kareem

Kareem means "generous" or "noble". It suggests someone who is giving and honorable.

Kareem has Arabic roots — browse every Arabic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kareem

Kareem has cooled off, slipping to #702 in 2025, down from a peak of #606 in 2001.

Notable people named Kareem

• Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
  Basketball legend
• Kareem Said
  Syrian businessman
• Kareem Burke
  Roc-A-Fella Records Co-Founder
• Kareem Campbell
  Professional skateboarder
• Kareem Mortimer
  Bahamian swimmer

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Questions about the name Kareem

What does the name Kareem mean?

Kareem means kareem means "generous" or "noble". it suggests someone who is giving and honorable, and it comes from Arabic origins.

Is Kareem a boy's or a girl's name?

Kareem is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kareem?

In 2025, Kareem ranked #702 for boys, down from #676 the year before.

When was Kareem most popular?

Kareem peaked at #606 in 2001.